I've heard that it is 0. Is this true? I think it is sort of sad that an agency which does so much good and important science itself is stuck with the task of enforcing or even explaining rules that ignore the overwhelming scientific consensus that GMO foods bear no more risk than any sort of conventionally improved food.
Then they get to administer rules which encourage the use of fertilizers derived from animal manures which have been well documented causes of human death. And don't give me that 'substantially similar' excuse, that would be hybrids, not something made in a lab with genetic engineering.
There is no proof that GMOs are safe what so ever, and if you're not going to ban them you should put a label on them so that we can make an informed choice on whether we want cancer or not.
It's a travesty that organics farmers have to work so hard to prevent pollution from neighboring GMO plantings. Steve, it's become a very odd convention that every comment board has a commenter who states that there is overwhelming scientific consensus that GMO foods bear no more risk than conventionally improved food.
There was an overwhelming scientific consensus that cigarettes were good for you helped you lose weight and that aspartame, DDT, Agent Orange, and the rest of the long list of Monsanto poisons were good for you, too.
Cynthia, There are literally hundreds of peer reviewed studies demonstrating the safety of GMO crops. A great many of them have been completely independently funded by entities that are not in that business.
This idea that there are no studies or no independent studies is essentially a lie that has been propagated on the internet. I've been an observer of this technology for 36 years. There has never been a technology so carefully launched.
So my question is how do you know if certain products, animal feeds, etc. We raise chickens for egg production and do not want GMO's even though we are not certified organic. My thinking and like to share it, is that farmers that used pesticides and GMO's should be the ones putting the buffer zones, since they are the ones that can cause some damage, not organic farms, who follow more sensible management.
Why is the burden of isolation on the shoulders of the organic farmer? They are using seed as nature intended. It should be the contaminator's responsibility to mitigate cross pollination.
I am willing to bet that the GMO products will not be purchased and Monsanto and others will have to get with the program or go out of business. I buy ONLY organic now!!! Organic farmers should NOT have to watch for GMOs, those growing the GMOs should be responsible for not cross-contaminating organic crops as organic crops were here first. Why mess with natural selection and bastardize seeds and crops? Humans are playing GOD way too much for my liking.
But the real question is, What is the regulation banning the labelling of GMO's? When did it come into effect? Who was responsible for it? Since it was worth billions of dollars Was it a campaign contribution, or a promised job outside of Washington DC, or simply political croneyism? How did it come to be, and who is responsible? Unfortunately some individuals above do not get it. People purchase organically grown produce and livestock to avoid pesticides and other un natural substances.
This includes GMO. The pesticide company's would make the argument pesticides are safe, and yet they are not allowed into organics. The same can be said about GMO's. These are not natural substances. They are artifical by defination and do not occur in nature. As well, studies are now raising concerns about the safety of GMO. It will take decades to show true safety if it even exists.
The studies on soil microbial environment dysruption are extremely concerning. Also, the scientists who study GMO recieve funding from the companies thats how it's done here As with pharm studies, we are finding that they dispose of the bad results and only allow the good.
As far as the burdon on the farmer You want the premium price for your product, then there should be a guarentee on what the consumer is getting. Ms Brown above was succinct in her sentiments. You summed it up clearly. Thankyou Dr. Richard Weaver Physician and Health Advocate. Bottom line is that it should be my decision whether I consume genetically modified food.
How can I decide if I don't know? GMO's are not natural and I think labeling anything as "natural" when it contains GMO's violates the truth in advertising laws. Why should Monsanto be afraid of labeling if they think GMO's are harmless?
Steve, please explain your background. I would like to know if anything in your history specifically touches on human biology, epigenetics, or chemistry. According to the WHO, there were reported cases of GM crops approved for animal feed or industrial were found at low levels in products for human consumption.
Some countries have adopted policies to minimize this potential mix such as the separation of fields with GM and conventional crops. GMOs Have Increase The Use Of Herbicides One of the environmental concerns of GMOs is that GM crops constantly getting herbicide are likely not only to increase the severity of resistant weeds but they also push for greater use of herbicides with potentially negative consequences for surrounding ecosystems and environmental quality soil gets depleted, microorganisms get affected, if chemicals hit the water they can harm marine species.
Wildlife Gets Impacted By GM Crops Once GMOs are introduced in the environment they cannot be recalled, which is potentially dangerous regarding issues such as outcrossing which may originate mutant bugs or plants that may interfere with food chains and the natural functioning of ecosystems. GMOs and Climate Change Resilience Moreover, sustainable agriculture and biodiversity benefit most from crop diversity.
Are GMOs Sustainable? The Social Impact of GMOs Genetically modified crops are a serious threat to farmer sovereignty as a small number of companies hold the patent of seeds. Show how useful this article has been. Cancel reply Comment Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Mindfulness Definition: What Is Mindfulness? Welcome back Log in and interact with engaging content: show how they matter to you, share your experience Login with your email.
Forgot Your Password? Enter your email address and we'll send you a link you can use to pick a new password. Email Reset Password. Login Get an account. Share this article. In order to make this quality content a reality and to give your the best experience on our website Comments, Votes, Newsletter, Content upon your own interest and geographic position… we use technologies that can sometimes need cookies.
Cookie Settings I'm happy. Manage consent. Close Privacy Overview This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Eco-anxiety is a type of fear related to environmental damage and ecological disaster. This article looks at what it is and some tips for managing it.
Being vegan is a philosophy and way of living, while plant-based refers only to a person's diet. Learn more about the differences here. Discarded drugs can harm people, animals, and the environment. Here, learn how to dispose of different types of medications in the U. Soy is a legume that many people consume in place of meat. In this article, we examine the benefits and possible risks of eating this popular plant.
What is GMO? What does GMO mean? What are GMO foods? Why produce GMO foods? What are the health risks of GMO foods? Are there health benefits? What are the effects of GMOs on the environment? Should people avoid GMOs? Exposure to air pollutants may amplify risk for depression in healthy individuals. Costs associated with obesity may account for 3. Related Coverage.
What are the pros and cons of GMO foods? Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph. What to know about eco-anxiety. Medically reviewed by Timothy J. Legg, Ph. Genetically engineered foods are just as safe as conventional foods. The US Department of Agriculture has recently started requiring food manufacturers to disclose information about bioengineered foods and their ingredients. Rationalizing the GMO debate: the ordonomic approach to addressing agricultural myths. PMID: pubmed. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.
Genetically Engineered Crops: Experiences and Prospects. US Department of Agriculture website. National bioengineered food disclosure standard. Effective date: February 19, Accessed September 28,
0コメント